Libman–Sacks endocarditis

Libman–Sacks endocarditis is seen in: a) Carcinoid syndrome b) Systemic Lupus Erythematosus c) Hypereosinophilic syndrome d) Endocardial fibroelastosis Correct answer: b) Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Libman–Sacks endocarditis is a non-infective variety of endocardial involvement seen with SLE. The plaques on valves seen in carcinoid syndrome are called ‘stuck on plaques’ because they appear as if ‘stuck on’ the endocardium of the valves with very little inflammation of adjacent tissue. Endocardial and sub endocardial hyperechoic infiltrates can be seen in hypereosinophilic syndrome (Loeffler’s endocarditis).

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Source: Cardiophile MD - May 1, 2014 Category: Cardiology Authors: Johnson Francis Tags: Cardiology MCQ DM / DNB Cardiology Entrance Source Type: blogs